Sebring LXI Sedan V6-2.7L VIN R (2002)
pan gasket to crankshaft rear oil seal retainer gasket interface) (Fig. 92).
3. Install oil pan gasket to block.
NOTE: To prevent oil leaks at oil pan to timing chain cover, the following tightening sequence procedure must be performed.
4. Install oil pan and fasteners (Fig. 92) using the following tightening sequence:
a. Install oil pan bolts and nuts finger tight only just tight enough to compress the gasket's rubber seal.
b. Install timing chain cover to pan bolts and tighten to 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.).
c. Tighten oil pan bolts to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.).
d. Tighten oil pan nuts to 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.).
5. Install lower bolt attaching the A/C compressor to oil pan. Tighten bolt to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
6. Install torque converter housing cover.
7. Install oil filter and drain plug.
8. Install exhaust cross-under pipe.
9. Install structural collar (Fig. 91).
10. Lower vehicle.
11. Install engine oil dipstick and tube.
12. Fill engine crankcase with proper oil to correct level.
13. Connect negative battery cable.
